CompletedNot Applicable

Fast-tracking ERCP Learning: Does Training on a Mechanical Simulator Improve Trainee's Clinical Performance?

Italy16 participantsStarted 2022-09-12

Plain-language summary

The hypothesis of this study is that novice trainees who are offered early simulation training in Boškoski-Costamagna ERCP Trainer in addition to routine hands-on training (intervention group) will demonstrate improved clinical outcomes compared to those undergoing routine hands-on ERCP training only (control group).

Who can participate

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Inclusion Criteria: Gastroenterology trainees from European high-volume training ERCP centers who have previously completed basic endoscopy training but are considered to be novice ERCP endoscopists. Novice ERCP endoscopists are defined as trainees who have achieved competence in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, have participated in fewer than 30 ERCPs (with no hands-on experience in ERCP) and are beginning training in a high-volume ERCP center. Exclusion Criteria: Gastroenterologists with intermediate / advanced expertise in ERCP.

What they're measuring

Overall trainee's competence rate

Timeframe: 6 months to 12 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05533944

SponsorErasme University Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-10-30

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